Smyth Busters: Do You Need To Clean Your Brass?
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This "Smyth Busters" video tackles the common reloading question: should you clean your brass before reloading? The video features Caleb and Steve discussing the pros and cons. They explain that while benchrest shooters sometimes skip cleaning for consistency, cleaning offers benefits like easier reloading, reduced die wear from abrasive grit, and is especially important for brass found on outdoor ranges. They cover different cleaning methods, from simple tumblers with corn cob or walnut media to ultrasonic cleaners and polishing with Scotch-Brite, recommending tumblers as the most efficient. The video also touches on the debate of de-capping primers before or after cleaning, with both methods having valid points.
